Brian Bonsall Reveals Serial Rapist Used His Identity to Attack Women

Brian Bonsall, known for his role as Andy Keaton on 'Family Ties,' revealed in the documentary 'Child Stars Gone Violent' that a serial rapist, Nathan Loebe, used his identity to target women. Loebe, who was sentenced to over 200 years in prison for his crimes, met Bonsall while they were both incarcerated in 2004. Bonsall learned about Loebe's impersonation when women approached him with alarming stories of abuse at the hands of someone claiming to be him, including instances where women were coerced into watching pornography. Despite filing a police report, Bonsall faced skepticism from law enforcement, who dismissed the situation as not illegal. The horrific experience highlights the darker side of fame and the vulnerabilities faced by former child stars. Bonsall's story sheds light on not only his personal struggles with substance abuse but also the impact of identity theft in the context of violence against women.